Description

o-(Chloromethyl)Cumene is a versatile chlorinated aromatic intermediate of significant industrial importance. This compound is valued for its reactivity, particularly the chloromethyl group, which makes it a key building block for synthesizing more complex molecules. It is primarily sought after by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for research and production purposes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other fine chemicals.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as an intermediate for creating complex organic dyes and colorants.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty resins and polymers.
• Organic Synthesis: A valuable reagent for introducing the cumyl and chloromethyl functionalities in complex molecule construction.
• Research & Development: Utilized in chemical research for method development and exploring new synthetic pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	o-(Chloromethyl)Cumene
CAS No.	20034-71-3
Molecular Formula	C10H13Cl
Molecular Weight	168.66 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(Chloromethyl)-2-isopropylbenzene; 2-Isopropylbenzyl Chloride; (2-Isopropylphenyl)methyl Chloride; α-Chloro-o-cymene; o-Cumyl Chloride; o-Isopropylbenzyl Chloride; 2-(Chloromethyl)cumene; (o-Isopropylphenyl)methyl Chloride
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Quality Control

Our o-(Chloromethyl)Cumene is produced under stringent quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the exacting standards required for industrial and research applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and quality assurance.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, containers must be kept tightly sealed to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture. Incompatible with strong acids and strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.